Building permits are required for fences over 6 ft in most Orange County NY municipalities (Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen, Warwick). Fences under 6 ft are typically exempt but must still comply with zoning setbacks. Permit fees range $25-$100.
New York State Building Code exempts fences under 6 feet from building-permit requirements, but zoning review still applies. Each Orange County municipality sets its own permit threshold. City of Newburgh requires a fence permit for any fence over 4 ft in front yards and over 6 ft in side/rear yards ($50 fee). Town of Wallkill requires a zoning permit for all new fences ($35). Town of Warwick charges $50 for fences over 6 ft. Town of Newburgh and Town of New Windsor require a fence permit for any fence on a corner lot due to sight-triangle rules. Permits typically require a plot plan showing setbacks, height, and material. Processing takes 1-2 weeks in most jurisdictions. Agricultural fences in AG-zoned land are generally exempt.
Fence without required permit: $100-$250 first offense, $250-$500 repeat. Order to remove non-conforming fence within 30-60 days.
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